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Brancaia Riserva Chianti Classico 2015 Wine Review

Brancaia Riserva Chianti Classico 2015

Brancaia Riserva Chianti Classico 2015

Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy

Community Score:90/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $42.95

Drink: 2024-2028

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Brancaia

Agent: Trialto Wine Group Ltd.

Natalie's Score: 90/100

A smoky and full-bodied Chianti Classico Riserva from the Tuscany wine region, produced from 80% Sangiovese and 20% Merlot. Spicy with zesty red plum, pink florals, sous bois and cedar spice flavours earthy and mouth-watering on the palate. Tannins are structured. Decant one hour prior to pouring with a wine-braised blade roast or cellar until 2024 to give it some time to marry and mellow.

Chianti Classico food pairings: veal chops in red wine sauce, turkey tetrazzini, soft cheeses.

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This Brancaia Riserva Chianti Classico 2015 was reviewed on November 14, 2020 by Natalie MacLean

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Brancaia 2015 Chianti Classico Riserva is lush and full on the palate with ripe cherry, earthy mushroom, cedar spice and citrus acidity. Tannins are rich and savoury. Good now, but would benefit from some time in cellar. Try in 2024. - Community Wine Reviews

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